An Art Deco / Modernist swan-neck desk lamp, c.1930s-50s, in cream-painted metal with chrome neck and trim, supplied with an Art Deco pale amber glass shade with frosted, clear and gilt banding and frilled lower edge (not original to the lamp, but of similar age and a good match in colour and style). The lamp, which measures approximately 26cm (10.25in) in height and 14cm (5.5in) in diameter at the base, with the shade measuring approximately 12.7cm (5in) in height and 11.4cm (4.5in) in diameter at its base, is unusual in that it has a push switch concealed within the base, together with a spring, so that the base itself (apart from the edges) acts as the switch. The neck of the lamp swivels 360 degrees, and the lampholder can be adjusted within a range of 90 degrees (there is a holding screw); there is a pair of hanging holes in the base, by which the lamp can be wall-mounted. The lamp has been newly rewired and earthed, with new flex (approximately 2.6m / 8.5ft long), switch and UK plug, although retaining the original brass BC lampholder which remains in good condition. There is some wear and slight loss to the painted finish of the lamp, especially to the base where there is some rust spotting, together with slight to moderate wear to the chrome, whilst the original flex outlet grommet still encircles the flex but has broken away from the inside of the lamp. The shade, meanwhile, has some slight to moderate wear to the gilding, together with a few slight scratches and some marking (including spots of paint) to the frosted areas; there are a couple of large shallow chips to the interior around the lampholder hole, in addition to the usual roughness (not visible when the shade is in use), and there are some manufacturing irregularities in the glass. Please note that, since this is a vintage lamp, it is unlikely to conform to current regulations, and it is therefore sold as a decorative item only. We therefore recommend that this lamp is tested by a qualified electrician prior to use.
(Please note that this lamp was previously offered for sale without the shade. If you wish to purchase this lamp without the shade, or with another shade from our current stock, please let us know before you order, so that we can adjust the price accordingly.)
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